Arbitrary
An arbitrary is an additional charge applied to shipments that deviate from standard routes or require special handling. These charges compensate carriers for the extra costs associated with non-standard transportation services, ensuring fair compensation for added complexity.
Related glossary terms
Exception Rate
Exception rate is a freight rate that departs from standard tariff classes, negotiated for specific cargo, lanes, or volume. Learn when exception rates apply.
All commodity rate
An all commodity rate is a freight rate applied to a broad range of goods regardless of type. Learn how it simplifies costs and differs from exception rates.
Freight Bill
Freight Bill is a carrier-issued invoice to the shipper detailing all transportation charges, including origin, destination, weight, dimensions, and applicable…
Accessorial Service
Accessorial services are extra carrier activities—loading, unloading, storage, and special handling—billed apart from base freight as additional line items.
